Free Level 3 Applied Science Course in Beaconsfield. Classes run at The Beaconsfield School, full-time during the day over two years. You'll need 4 to 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above, or an equivalent Level 2 qualification, to join. This applied science qualification combines classroom learning with practical work, giving you a broad grounding in scientific principles and how they apply in the real world. It sits alongside A levels or other qualifications as part of a full study programme.
Who this course is for
If you enjoy a combination of classroom and practical learning and would like the opportunity to work on real life business problems, this applied general course could be for you. Equivalent to half an A level you study it alongside A levels or other qualifications, or as the first year of a BTEC National Extended Diploma in Business. It will give you a broad overview of the business sector and the chance to apply your learning to the kinds of situations faced in business today. The course is a useful stepping stone to business related courses in higher education, or to business jobs and apprenticeships, but it will also give you transferable skills that can be used across a range of careers.
Entry requirements
4-5 GCSEs at grade 4 (grade C) or above or an equivalent level 2 qualification.
What you will learn
You'll explore core scientific concepts across biology, chemistry, and physics.
You'll apply scientific knowledge to practical, real-world contexts.
You'll develop skills in scientific investigation and data analysis.
You'll learn how to plan and carry out experiments safely.
You'll build your understanding of how science is used in industry and research.
You'll practise communicating scientific findings clearly and accurately.
How you will learn
You'll learn through a mix of classroom teaching and hands-on practical sessions. Assessment combines coursework and externally assessed units, so your grade reflects both your ongoing work and your performance in set tasks. The OCR Cambridge Advanced National is assessed through a combination of internally marked assignments and external assessments set by OCR.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. The Beaconsfield School will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Laboratory technician, supporting scientists in research or testing environments.
Science technician, preparing equipment and materials in schools or colleges.
Healthcare science assistant, working in NHS or private laboratory settings.
Environmental monitoring officer, collecting and analysing field samples.
Pharmaceutical manufacturing operative, working in production or quality control.
What you could study next
A levels in Biology, Chemistry, or Physics, for entry to a science degree.
BTEC National Extended Diploma in Applied Science (Level 3), a broader vocational route into higher education or employment.
Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Applied Science (Level 4), for those moving directly into technical or laboratory roles.
Degree-level study in life sciences, biomedical science, or environmental science at university.
